Project Manager – Early Phase Space Mission Studies

GomSpace A/S; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GomSpace A/S is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead early-phase studies and development activities for space missions. In this role, you will transform mission concepts into structured programs, coordinating teams and ensuring delivery in line with ESA/ECSS standards.

You will oversee project execution, manage institutional relationships, and report progress to senior management. Successful candidates will have experience managing space-related projects and a Master's degree in a technical field. Locations include Aalborg, Denmark.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing space-related projects, preferably in early mission phases.
• Proven experience working with ESA, EU and/or national space agencies.
• Strong understanding of ESA/ECSS project and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of early-phase study and development projects for space missions.
• Coordinate work packages across engineering disciplines, product assurance, and ground segment teams.
• Manage customer and stakeholder relationships, acting as the primary interface with ESA and partners.

Skills

Space mission studies

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field

Job description

Shape the foundations of future space missions

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead early‑phase studies and development activities for space missions. In this role, you will be responsible for transforming mission concepts into mature, well‑structured programs by coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing institutional interfaces, and ensuring delivery in line with ESA/ECSS standards.

You will join our Advanced Missions and Programs team, working at the front end of space programs where mission success is defined through robust studies, sound planning, and disciplined project execution.

Your Role

As Project Manager for Early Phase Space Activities, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of study and development projects covering mission analysis, system definition, architecture trades, and technology maturation. Your leadership will ensure that projects are executed on time, within budget, and to the quality expected by institutional customers.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of early‑phase study and development projects for space missions (e.g. Phase 0, A, B1).
• Coordinate work packages across engineering disciplines, product assurance, and ground segment teams.
• Manage customer and stakeholder relationships, acting as the primary interface with ESA, national space agencies, and industrial partners.
• Ensure compliance with reference processes and standards (e.g. ESA/ECSS), including preparation and delivery of project documentation and reviews.
• Oversee project risks, schedules, budgets, and technical milestones, ensuring coherent project control across all contributors.
• Report regularly to senior management and institutional customers, providing clear visibility on progress, risks, and decision points.

What Success Looks Like

In the initial phase, success means:

• Establishing a clear project structure, governance, and execution plan.
• Building effective collaboration across internal teams and external partners.
• Developing a deep understanding of the mission objectives, constraints, and stakeholder expectations.

Over time, you will be recognized for delivering high‑quality early‑phase studies that enable informed programmatic decisions, reduce downstream risks, and strengthen long‑term relationships with institutional customers.

What You Bring

You are a project manager with strong experience in space mission studies and early development phases, able to operate confidently at the interface between technical teams and institutional customers.

• A Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience managing space‑related projects, preferably in early mission phases.
• Proven experience working with ESA, EU and/or national space agencies.
• Strong understanding of ESA/ECSS project and engineering standards.
• The ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.
• Clear, structured, and confident communication at all organizational levels.

Who You Are

You bring structure to complexity and clarity to early ambiguity. You are analytical, reliable, and comfortable leading projects where requirements evolve and decisions matter.

• Customer focus – ensuring focus on customer’s success.
• True leadership – taking ownership and acting with integrity.
• Open and effective communication – transparent, proactive, and precise.
• Collaboration mindset – aligning diverse teams toward shared objectives.
• Execution discipline – ensuring commitments are met in demanding environments.

Why Join Us

You will play a key role in shaping future space missions at their most decisive stage. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with leading institutional customers, influence mission architectures from the start, and contribute to programs with long‑term strategic impact.

Location and Compensation

Workplace will be at our premises at 1 Boulevard du Jazz, L‑4370 Esch‑sur‑Alzette, Luxembourg or Aalborg, Denmark. Salary and start date will be individually negotiated.